Two Blokes Talking Tech

Anyone who owns or has driven a new car lately might have come across the annoying beeps and bongs that happen when you get near the speed limit or look too long at the radio, or perhaps get close to the edge of your lane on the road.

These safety features are known as ADAS - but they are often annoying. We catch up with Shawn Ticehurst from NRMA Insurance's Research Lab about what they are doing to research the feelings of drivers toward these systems.

Plus, we've driven the all-electric Kombi - the VW ID.Buzz, and Ben joins us to talk about his classic wagon as he considers an electric wagon.

Get in touch, text or WhatsApp to 0477 657 657.

Jim Carrey stars as Truman Burbank the star of the original reality show - vastly different to any you might have seen before.

While we learn early it's a TV show - Stephen poses a fascinating question about how this might otherwise be edited.

Enjoy Jim, alongside Laura Linney, Ed Harris and more.

Catch it now on your Big Screen Hisense TV thanks to Fetch!

The usual really

The social media ban is in place, it's happened. But did it?

Unpacking what we've seen, what we know and where kids are now.

And will it work? Serious discussion!

Plus the Triple Zero woes - not just a network issue, Samsung under the microscope

And Googles new Glasses - a challenger to Meta?

Getting the best price with ZYFT - the app and browser extension that helps you find the best price on almost anything - we talk to the CEO!

Follow up calls with questions about networking cameras and that crazy crazy Mobile Number lost case!!

Soundbar advice - how good will it be?

And the Triple Zero problem - how do we know if it will work? Plus issues with MMS on an iPhone

Thanks to Swann, and Vodafone!

We’ve kicked off our 12 Days of Christmas Gift Ideas – we’ll go over our ideal gift selections, Samsung has released the new Galaxy Z Trifold – but will it ever come to Australia, Apple has named its Apps of the Year, we run our eye over the Oura smart ring, we check out the new Amazon smart speakers, tell you how to multitask and stay productive with Samsung’s family of products. And we’ll answer all your questions in the Tech Guide Help Desk.

Disclaimers

·        Galaxy AI - Galaxy AI features are currently free of charge, with any specific plans for premium AI services to be decided in close coordination with our partners. There are currently no plans to charge for Galaxy AI features, however different terms may apply to other AI features provided by third parties, at the end of 2025.

·        Gemini Live - Gemini is a trademark of Google LLC. Gemini Live feature requires internet connection and Google Account login. Compatible with certain features and certain accounts. Available on select devices and select countries, languages, and to users 18+. Galaxy AI features are currently free of charge, with any specific plans for premium AI services to be decided in close coordination with our partners. There are currently no plans to charge for Galaxy AI features, however different terms may apply to other AI features provided by third parties, at the end of 2025. Certain Galaxy AI features requires Samsung and Google Account. Internet connection may be required to use some features.

·        Galaxy Z Fold 7 Battery - Typical value tested under third-party laboratory condition. Typical value is the estimated average value considering the deviation in battery capacity among the battery samples tested under IEC 61960 standard. Rated capacity is 4272mAh for Galaxy Z Fold7. Actual battery life may vary depending on network environment, usage patterns and other factors.

·        Quantum Mini LED Pro - Conventional LEDs refer to those used in Samsung’s Q7F model. Size comparison is based on height only at 1:50 scale.

·        NQ4 AI Gen 3 Processor – Compared to NQ4 AI Gen2 Processor.  Picture quality of upscaled content will vary depending on the quality and resolution of source content and may not apply to PC connection and Game Mode.

·        Motion Xcelerator 165Hz - Requires compatible gaming PC supporting 4K resolution and 165Hz Variable Refresh Rate. Picture quality will vary depending on quality and resolution of source content.

·        Glare free disclaimer - The QN90F has been independently verified as Glare Free: Reflection Glare UGR <10, Discomfort Glare UGR <22, Disability Glare UGR <34 by UL LLC. (UL Solutions), Certificate Number: V166045 – Exp. 31/12/2025 (also, will make sure any on-screen labels say Glare-Free rather than Anti-Glare or Anti-Reflective)

·        SmartThings disclaimer – Requires Samsung Account, internet connection and SmartThings enabled devices.

We drive the KIA EV5 and discover a slick car with strong premium finish and a build that is befitting a legacy brand and impresses in the EV space.

Chris buys a Zeekr 7X and has a great use for it.

Lucas has strong views on the EV space and some issues with a few EVIE chargers.

Share your thoughts any time via text or WhatsApp on 0477 657 657 thanks to Vodafone

Ben Affleck's character comes home to find his wife is missing on their wedding anniversary, so an investigation begins.

A movie in parts, with twists and turns that you won't see coming.

Alongside Ben stars Rosamund Pike and Neil Patrick Harris and many more recognisable faces.

Catch it now on Fetch connected to your Hisense TV!

Bombshell news

It's been a big year, so we look at Google's trends for 2025 looking back at what Aussies searched for this year.

Plus, the social media ban, yes, again - but we know more, we've tested some and there's so much to unpack.

How Netflix is taking features away, and Samsung's groundbreaking triple fold phone!